12 December 2023 Military News |
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- Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds a Press Briefing DoD 12 Dec 2023
- Readout of Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks' Visit to Silicon Valley, California DoD 12 Dec 2023
- DOD Awards $161 Million to Universities to Purchase Equipment Supporting Defense-Relevant Research DoD 12 Dec 2023 -- The Department of Defense today announced awards totaling $161 million to 281 university researchers under the Defense University Research Instrumentation Program.
- U.S. Remains Steadfast in Support of Ukraine, Israel DoD News 12 Dec 2023 -- Ukraine's battle against Russia should concern the whole globe, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said today during a news conference.
- US Army Gets First Precision Strike Missiles After White Sands Test - Lockheed Martin Sputnik 12 Dec 2023 -- The US Army has received its first Precision Strike Missiles following a successful test in New Mexico, Lockheed Martin announced in a press release.
- USS Arleigh Burke Arrives in Souda Bay US Navy 12 Dec 2023 -- The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51), currently assigned to the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG), arrived in Souda Bay, Crete, for a regularly scheduled port visit December 10, 2023.
- Pacific Partnership 24-1 Kicks off Third Mission Stop in Micronesia US Navy 12 Dec 2023 -- Pacific Partnership 24-1 has kicked off its third mission stop in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia, Dec. 12.
- NSA Bahrain, Ministry of Interior Conduct Emergency Response Exercise US Navy 12 Dec 2023 -- Leadership and emergency operations personnel from Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain and the Kingdom of Bahrain's Ministry of the Interior (MOI) conducted a joint host nation table top exercise (TTX) at NSA Bahrain headquarters, Nov. 29.
- Secretary Del Toro Delivers Remarks at the Association of Old Crows' 60th Annual International Symposium US Navy 12 Dec 2023
- Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Japanese Minister of Defense Kihara Minoru DoD 12 Dec 2023
- 3d Marine Littoral Regiment Concludes Exercise KAMANDAG 7 USMC News 12 Dec 2023 -- 3d Marine Littoral Regiment demonstrated its readiness and ability to establish a forward presence during exercise KAMANDAG 7. From Nov. 9-17, 3d MLR conducted Stand-in-Force operations alongside the Philippine Marine Corps' 4th Marine Brigade and Coastal Defense Regiment, the Japan Self-Defense Force, and service members from the United Kingdom in multiple training locations spread across Northern Luzon.
- Declassified US Intelligence Reveals Massive Russian Losses in Ukraine VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- Newly declassified U.S. intelligence indicates Russia has suffered from some staggering losses as a result of its nearly two-year-old invasion of Ukraine, including major setbacks during its latest offensive.
- Russian Deputy Defence Minister Colonel General Aleksandr Fomin holds a working meeting with Vice President of Equatorial Guinea Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue Russia MoD 12 Dec 2023 -- Today, Deputy Defence Minister of the Russian Federation Colonel General Aleksandr Fomin held a working meeting with Vice President of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue.
- Briefing by Chief of Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Protection Troops of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation on U.S. military-biological activity Russia MoD 12 Dec 2023
- US Imposes Hundreds of New Sanctions in Connection to Russia's Invasion of Ukraine VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- The United States on Tuesday imposed sanctions on more than 250 people and entities in connection with Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
- Taking Additional Sweeping Measures Against Russia US Dept. of State 12 Dec 2023 -- The United States is imposing sanctions today on over 250 individuals and entities in connection with Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
- Taking Additional Sweeping Measures Against Russia US Dept. of State 12 Dec 2023 -- Today, in coordination with the Department of the Treasury, the Department of State is imposing sanctions to further target individuals and entities associated with Russia's war effort and other harmful activities.
- Treasury Imposes Sanctions on More Than 150 Individuals and Entities Supplying Russia's Military-Industrial Base US Treasury 12 Dec 2023 -- Last week, G7 Leaders reaffirmed their support for an independent, democratic Ukraine within is internationally recognized borders. Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), is implementing the commitments made by G7 Leaders by taking action against third-country actors who materially support Russia's war; targeting Russian military procurement networks and those who help Russia acquire machine tools, equipment, and key inputs; and further curtailing Russia's use of the international financial system to further its war in Ukraine.
- Biden Administration Announces New Security Assistance for Ukraine DoD 12 Dec 2023 -- Today, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced additional security assistance to meet Ukraine's critical security and defense needs.
- Biden Administration Announces Additional U.S. Military Assistance for Ukraine US Dept. of State 12 Dec 2023 -- The United States is today announcing a new package of weapons and equipment to support the people of Ukraine as they defend their country and their freedom against Russia's aggression.
- Defence Secretary Grant Shapps announces further maritime support to the Ukrainian Navy UK MOD 12 Dec 2023 -- Defence Secretary Grant Shapps confirming the transfer of two Royal Navy minehunter ships to the Ukrainian Navy.
- Taiwan aerospace company delivers 4 aircraft to Air Force CNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Taiwan's leading domestic aerospace company, Aerospace Industrial Development Corp. (AIDC), delivered four trainer aircraft -- the last four of seven scheduled for delivery in 2023 -- to the country's Air Force on Tuesday.
- President Tsai lauds indigenous weapons development at ceremony CNA 12 Dec 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Tuesday talked up her administration's efforts in developing indigenous weapon systems during her nearly eight years in office at a ceremony held to promote 26 senior military officers.
- Iran to scale up production of home-made training jet: Minister IRNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Iran is planning to mass produce the Yasin training jet in an attempt to enhance the efficiency of pilot training programs within the Armed Forces, Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad-Reza Ashtiani has said.
- Iran to soon oust U.S. aircraft carriers from region: navy commander People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- A top Iranian military commander said on Monday Iran will soon expel U.S. aircraft carriers from the region as "they have come to incite sedition," according to the official news agency IRNA.
- Romania - Javelin Missiles DSCA 12 Dec 2023 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Romania of Javelin Missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $80 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
- Israeli Navy Completes Operational Processing of 4 New Sa'ar 6-Class Corvettes Israel Defense Forces 12 Dec 2023
- Secretary Blinken's Call with Iraqi Prime Minister al-Sudani US Dept. of State 12 Dec 2023
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- 12 December 2023 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 12 Dec 2023
- Press Briefing in English by IDF Spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari December 12th, 20:15 Israel Defense Forces 12 Dec 2023
- Hamas Prepared Civilian Residences with Combat Positions and Weapons for Extended Combat Against IDF Soldiers Israel Defense Forces 12 Dec 2023
- IDF Recovers the Bodies of Hostages Eden Zakaria and CSM Ziv Dado Israel Defense Forces 12 Dec 2023
- Israeli official: Battle in southern Gaza requires 3 to 4 more weeks ISNA 12 Dec 2023 -- While the US hopes the Israeli occupation's operation in the Gaza Strip would end in December, the Israeli official said the operation for 'Tel Aviv' will likely last until the end of January.
- 20 Zionist forces killed in eastern Gaza IRNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Qatari media 'Al Jazeera' has reported that 20 Zionist forces have been killed in Khan Yunis, eastern Gaza.
- Israel dropped over 22,000 American bombs on Gaza in first 6 weeks of war: Report Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- Israel dropped more than 22,000 US-supplied guided and unguided bombs on the Gaza Strip in the first six weeks of its bloody war on the besieged Palestinian territory, a new report reveals.
- Israeli Military Death Toll Since Start of Ground Offensive in Gaza Rises to 105 - Reports Sputnik 12 Dec 2023 -- The number of Israeli soldiers killed since the start of the ground operation against the Palestinian movement Hamas in the Gaza Strip has risen to 105, The Times of Israel newspaper reported on Tuesday, citing the Israel Defense Forces.
- Netanyahu: US Support Remains Firm Against Hamas VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Tuesday that he has complete U.S. support for the Jewish state's ongoing ground offensive in Gaza against Hamas militants, and at the same time, the two countries remain resolute against growing international calls for a cease-fire to halt the Israel-Hamas war.
- Netanyahu Says Israel Received Full US Support for Ground Operation in Gaza Strip Sputnik 12 Dec 2023 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that the country received full US support for a ground operation in the Gaza Strip.
- PM Netanyahu's Remarks to IDF Shaldag Unit and Unit 669 Soldiers Israel - Prime Minister 12 Dec 2023
- Statement by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Israel - Prime Minister 12 Dec 2023
- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu Prime Minister of Canada 12 Dec 2023 -- Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Gaza Health System Chaotic, a Humanitarian Disaster VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- World Health Organization officials say Gaza's health system remains under siege and is barely functioning, as Israel ramps up its offensive against Hamas militants in the southern part of the Palestinian enclave while maintaining an iron grip in the north.
- Gaza death toll rises to 18,412: Health Ministry IRNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Gaza Health Ministry has announced that the number of Palestinian martyrs in Gaza has risen to 18,412 since the beginning of the Zionist regime's invasion of the enclave on October 7.
- Israeli troops storm Gaza hospital, rounding up Palestinian men Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- Israeli forces have stormed a hospital in northern Gaza, rounding up Palestinian men for interrogation, health officials say.
- Israel to open 2nd crossing to check Gaza-bound aid: army People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- Israel will open the Keren Shalom crossing in southern Israel from Tuesday for security checks on aid shipments to the Gaza Strip, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said in a statement late on Monday.
- Gaza Health System Chaotic, a Humanitarian Disaster VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- World Health Organization officials say Gaza's health system remains under siege and is barely functioning, as Israel ramps up its offensive against Hamas militants in the southern part of the Palestinian enclave while maintaining an iron grip in the north.
- Gaza death toll rises to 18,412: Health Ministry IRNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Gaza Health Ministry has announced that the number of Palestinian martyrs in Gaza has risen to 18,412 since the beginning of the Zionist regime's invasion of the enclave on October 7.
- Israeli troops storm Gaza hospital, rounding up Palestinian men Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- Israeli forces have stormed a hospital in northern Gaza, rounding up Palestinian men for interrogation, health officials say.
- Isolated Internationally on Gaza, Biden Delivers Rebuke to Netanyahu VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- In a sign that the United States is getting increasingly concerned over the scale of civilian casualties from Israel's military campaign in Gaza, President Joe Biden delivered a public rebuke to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday, even as he maintains staunch support for Israel.
- Biden stresses 'unshakeable support' for Israel as Gaza death toll surpasses 18,000 Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- US President Joe Biden has pledged "unshakeable" support for Israel as the death toll from the occupying regime's genocidal aggression against the Gaza Strip surpasses 18,000.
- Hamas rooted in reality of Palestinians, cannot be eliminated: Iran FM IRNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian says the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas is rooted in the reality of the Palestinian nation and cannot be eliminated.
- Iranian and Russian FMs speak about Israeli war on Gaza ISNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister and his Russian counterpart have discussed bilateral ties and regional issues including the latest developments regarding the Israeli war on Gaza and in the West Bank during a telephone conversation.
- Iran and Turkiye calls for International pressure on Israel to accept ceasefire ISNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Amirabdollahian spoke with Hakan Fidan on the phone and exchanged views on issues on the agenda in the bilateral and regional ties most notably the Zionist regime's ongoing crimes against the Palestinian people in Gaza and the West Bank.
- Iran, Turkiye call for imposing pressure on Israeli regime to stop Gaza war IRNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Foreign ministers of Iran and Turkiye have underlined the need for developing diplomatic efforts to put pressure on the Israeli regime to accept a ceasefire and stop onslaught in the Gaza Strip.
- Regional conflict imminent as Gaza war expands, Tehran tells Beijing ISNA 12 Dec 2023 -- "The scope of the war in the region has expanded, and if the attacks on Gaza are not stopped immediately, there is the possibility that the region explodes at any time, with all parties losing control", Amir-Abdollahian told his counterpart, Yi.
- Iranian FM: Two-state solution will not help Palestinians ISNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Speaking to an online Doha Forum, the foreign minister argued that the US use of its veto power at the UN Security Council to allow atrocities in Gaza to continue indicates that Washington completely supports the Israeli occupation and apartheid.
- Israel's treatment of Palestinian captives reminiscent of Daesh: Iran FM Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the way the Israeli regime treated a group of Palestinians it arrested earlier this week in Gaza is reminiscent of the terrorist acts carried out by the Daesh group in Iraq and Syria in recent years.
- Iran: EU sanctions others, looks the other way on Gaza genocide, ethnic cleansing Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- Iran has denounced the EU's recent sanctions on its defense industry over "baseless" allegations of drone delivery to Russia, slamming the block for turning a blind eye on Israel's "genocide" unfolding in the Gaza Strip.
- Iran to Turkey: 'Maximum efforts' needed to stop Gaza genocide, provide aid Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, in a phone conversation with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan, called for "maximum efforts" to end the Israeli regime's genocide of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
- International Community Overwhelmingly Demands Gaza Cease-fire VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- The U.N. General Assembly voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to demand an immediate humanitarian cease-fire between Hamas and Israel and the unconditional release of hostages held by the terror group and its allies.
- UPDATING LIVE: UN General Assembly votes by large majority for immediate humanitarian ceasefire during emergency session UN News 12 Dec 2023 -- The UN General Assembly met on Tuesday afternoon in Emergency Special Session on the decades long Israel-Palestine conflict and as the ongoing crisis in Gaza shows no signs of abating.
- UNGA to vote on resolution for cease-fire in Gaza after US' veto Global Times 12 Dec 2023 -- The UN General Assembly is set to vote on a resolution for an immediate humanitarian cease-fire on Tuesday afternoon local time, after the US vetoed a similar resolution on Friday. Experts said that even if the General Assembly passes a nonbinding resolution, the conflict would not stop because Washington, the only major power that is able to effectively restrain Israeli forces from worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza, prefers to clear the way for Israel to realize its ultimate goal rather than protecting lives.
- Joint statement by the Prime Ministers of Australia, Canada and New Zealand Prime Minister of Australia 13 Dec 2023 -- Australia, Canada, and New Zealand mourn every Israeli and Palestinian innocent life which has been lost in this conflict and express our condolences to all families and communities affected by the violence.
- Statement by the Federal Foreign Office on the Houthis' attacks on international shipping Germany Federal Foreign Office 12 Dec 2023
- Foreign Ministry completes its review of Finland's development cooperation in Palestine Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland 12 Dec 2023 -- A review by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs shows that Finland's development cooperation appropriations for Palestine have not been misdirected to terrorist organisations.
- Situation in Gaza 'apocalyptic', destruction greater than World War II Germany: EU's Borrell Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- The European Union's foreign policy chief has sounded a serious alarm about the extent of destruction caused across the besieged Gaza Strip as a result of the Israeli regime's genocidal war on the territory.
- Four EU leaders urge bloc to take firm position on Gaza People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- The leaders of four European Union (EU) member states have urged the bloc to agree on a firm position complete with sanctions on the situation in the West Bank.
- Israel deliberately starving Gaza population: Palestinian FM Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- The Palestinian foreign minister says Israel has been using starvation as a weapon of war against the population of Gaza as its brutal war on the besieged enclave enters its third month.
- Dozens of Palestinians killed as Israel bombs homes in Rafah Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- About two dozen Palestinians have been killed in the latest Israeli airstrikes on the southern city of Rafah, which has been packed with tens of thousands of displaced civilians.
- Four Palestinian youths killed in Israeli drone strike during West Bank raid Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- At least four young Palestinian men were killed when the Israeli military carried out a drone strike during a raid in Jenin, as the regime is tightening its grip on the West Bank amid the onslaught in Gaza.
- Hamas: No more captives will be released until war ends; Israeli reports aim to relieve pressure Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- The Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement Hamas says there will be no new captive swap with Israel until the unrelenting aggression against the besieged territory stops.
- Hezbollah attacks Zionist forces' base in north Palestine IRNA 12 Dec 2023 -- The forces of Lebanon's Islamic Resistance, Hezbollah, have attacked the Zionists' military base in north Palestine, news sources reported.
- Yemen says strikes Israel-bound tanker ship with cruise missile in Red Sea Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- Yemeni Armed Forces claim responsibility for a missile strike on a Norwegian-flagged tanker in the Red Sea as it was heading towards an Israeli port.
- Missile Hit Causes Fire on Chemical Tanker in Red Sea - Reports Sputnik 12 Dec 2023 -- A fire broke out on a commercial vessel in the Red Sea after it had been hit by at least one missile launched from the territory controlled by Yemen's rebel Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis, The War Zone news portal reported Monday, citing US officials.
- Missile Launched from Yemen Hits Tanker VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- A missile fired from a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen struck a Norwegian-flagged tanker in the Bab al-Mandab Strait on Tuesday.
- Israeli Settlers Voice Concern and Anger over US Travel Ban VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- Israeli settlers are voicing concern after the United States announced a travel ban on settlers suspected of violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.
- INTERVIEW: 'Climate of division' creating more challenging environment for UN peacekeeping UN News 12 Dec 2023 -- UN peacekeeping missions in Sub-Saharan Africa are operating under more challenging political and security conditions due to a multiplication of crises and a "climate of division" amongst Member States, particularly in the Security Council. That's according to the head of UN Peacekeeping, Jean-Pierre Lacroix.
- Australian Government concerns about recent actions in the South China Sea Australia Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 12 Dec 2023 -- The Australian Government shares the grave concerns of the Philippines Government about a pattern of dangerous actions conducted by Chinese vessels against Philippines vessels and crew in the South China Sea, including incidents near Scarborough Shoal and at Second Thomas Shoal on 9-10 December.
- Statement on actions taken by People's Republic of China against Philippines vessels in South China Sea Canada 12 Dec 2023
- Pakistan Delivers Strong Demarche to the Afghan Interim Government in Context of today's Deadly Attack Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Dec 2023 -- Foreign Secretary called-in the Chargé d'Affaires (Cd'A) of Afghan Interim Government (AIG) to deliver Pakistan's strong demarche in the context of today's deadly terrorist attack on Pakistan's security forces' post in Daraban, Dera Ismail Khan. The attack, whose responsibility has been claimed by Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, a terrorist group affiliated with the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), resulted in multiple causalities, including shahadat of twenty-three security personnel.
- Pakistan: Militant Attack Kills 23 Troops VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- An early morning militant attack in Pakistan's northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province killed 23 troops Tuesday.
- Security Council condemns violence in South Sudan, Abyei People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- The Security Council on Monday strongly condemned the violence in Warrap State of South Sudan and in southern Abyei, which has claimed dozens of lives since November.
- UN envoy warns of escalation of tensions between DRC, Rwanda People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- The top UN envoy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Bintou Keita, on Monday warned of the possible escalation of tensions between the DRC and Rwanda.
- Junta troops seize orphanage during battle in central Myanmar Radio Free Asia 12 Dec 2023 -- Junta soldiers sheltered in an orphanage in central Myanmar to deter resistance groups from attacking, locals and People's Defense Forces told Radio Free Asia on Tuesday.
- Exclusive Q&A: Myanmar's Opposition Chief Says Battle Against Junta Has Turned VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- The people of Myanmar are "determined to fight until the end," the acting president of Myanmar's opposition government has told VOA.
- Ethiopia/Eritrea: Statement by the Spokesperson on the anniversary of the Algiers Agreement European External Action Service (EEAS) 12 Dec 2023 -- Twenty-three years ago today, Ethiopia and Eritrea, with the support of the international community, concluded the Algiers Agreement to establish peace and demarcate a common border. In 2018, in a historic peace agreement, both countries recommitted to respect the border as established by the Algiers Agreement and its subsequent Boundary Commission.
- 23rd Anniversary of the Algiers Agreement between the Governments of Ethiopia and Eritrea US Dept. of State 12 Dec 2023 -- Twenty-three years ago today, Ethiopia and Eritrea, with the support of the international community, concluded the Algiers Agreement and committed to demarcate a common border.
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- UN says Myanmar now world's top opium cultivator Radio Free Asia 12 Dec 2023 -- An uptick in cultivation brought on by junta mismanagement of the economy has made Myanmar the world's largest source of opium, according to the United Nations, which warned that the trend is expected to accelerate amid conflict in the country's remote border regions.
- Myanmar overtakes Afghanistan as world's top opium producer UN News 12 Dec 2023 -- Myanmar is now the world's largest opium producer, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) reported on Tuesday, as the economic and political crisis following the 2021 coup and widening conflict between the military and armed groups continues to drive farmers towards illicit opium poppy production.
- Myanmar Overtakes Afghanistan as World's Top Opium Producer VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- Myanmar has overtaken Afghanistan as the world's top opium producer in 2023 after a third consecutive year of expanding cultivation fueled by the country's civil war, the United Nations says in a new report.
- Threat of Violence in the US 'Likely Heightened' With Holidays Approaching VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- Unabated anger and tensions over the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas could spill over into the holiday season in the United States, potentially putting large public gatherings at risk, according to law enforcement and homeland security officials.
- Briefing by Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, Moscow, December 12, 2023 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Dec 2023
- Secretary General meets UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of Human Rights in Russia Council of Europe 12 Dec 2023 -- Secretary General Marija Pejčinović Burić has met with United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of Human Rights in Russia, Mariana Katzerova.
- Finland to continue restrictions at eastern border to manage the situation - Government prepared to take further measures Finnish Government 12 Dec 2023 -- Finland will continue restrictions at the eastern border. The border crossing points will remain closed, with the exception of the border crossing points of Vaalimaa and Niirala, which will be opened for traffic on Thursday 14 December.
- Finland Set to Reopen 2 Crossings on Russian Border VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- Finland's government said Tuesday it will reopen two of its eight border crossings along its 1,340-kilometer border with Russia.
- Denmark Rejects Russia's Request For Legal Aid in Nord Stream Probe Sputnik 12 Dec 2023 -- Moscow received an official notice from the Danish Prosecutor's office declining Russia's request for legal assistance in the investigation into the explosions the rocked the Nord Stream pipelines, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova revealed on Tuesday.
- Russia says Moscow working on 'major new agreement' with Tehran Press TV 12 Dec 2023 -- Russia's Foreign Ministry says Moscow and Tehran plan to speed up work on a "major new interstate agreement" as the two long-time allies forge closer bilateral relations.
- Tajik Migrants Say They Were Beaten, Deported By Russian Police For Refusing To Fight In Ukraine RFE/RL 12 Dec 2023 -- Some Tajik migrant workers in Russia say they were beaten by police and deported on fabricated criminal charges for refusing to fight in Ukraine.
- Russian Diplomat Expelled Amid EU Spy Purge Is Now An OSCE Election Observer In Serbia RFE/RL 12 Dec 2023 -- A Russian diplomat and alleged spy expelled by the European Union for "illegal and disruptive actions" is serving as an election observer for upcoming parliamentary and local elections in Serbia as part of a mission with Europe's largest security body, an RFE/RL investigation has found.
- Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning's Regular Press Conference on December 12, 2023 PRC MofA 12 Dec 2023
- Xi Jinping meets with Vietnam's leaders during official visit to Hanoi Radio Free Asia 12 Dec 2023 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Hanoi on Tuesday with a promise to prioritize relations and improve trade ties with Vietnam amid recent differences over territorial claims in the South China Sea.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping Visits Vietnam VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Vietnam Tuesday on a mission to improve ties between the Asian Communist neighbors and counter Hanoi's increasing outreach to Western nations.
- Xi's Vietnam visit to bring bilateral ties into new stage Global Times 12 Dec 2023 -- China-Vietnam ties will enter a new stage of greater political mutual trust, more solid security cooperation, deeper mutually beneficial cooperation, stronger popular support, closer multilateral coordination, and better handling of differences, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, said during a meeting with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong in Hanoi on Tuesday.
- Xi says China-Vietnam ties to enter new stage with joint efforts Global Times 12 Dec 2023 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, said on Tuesday that with joint efforts, China-Vietnam ties will enter a new stage of greater political mutual trust, more solid security cooperation, deeper mutually beneficial cooperation, stronger popular support, closer multilateral coordination, and better handling of differences.
- Xi says China always sees ties with Vietnam from strategic, long-term perspective Global Times 12 Dec 2023 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, said here on Tuesday that China always sees its ties with Vietnam from a strategic and long-term perspective.
- US Commerce Secretary Vows 'Strongest Action' on Huawei Chip Issue VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo vowed Monday to take the "strongest action possible" in response to a semiconductor chip-making breakthrough in China that a House Foreign Affairs Committee said "almost certainly required the use of U.S. origin technology and should be an export control violation."
- 'Decoupling' will bring more risks to the world: FM Global Times 12 Dec 2023 -- Trade protectionism and decoupling moves taken by some countries over so-called security concerns will only bring less security and more risks to the world, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Tuesday in response to an IMF warning on economic fragmentation caused by rising trade protectionism.
- Hong Kong arrests 7 pro-democracy activists for protesting poll Radio Free Asia 12 Dec 2023 -- Authorities in Hong Kong have arrested seven people and issued warrants for two overseas activists for protesting the city's District Council elections, in which only candidates approved by the government as "patriots" were allowed to stand.
- China Watchers Look to Economic Conference for Signs of What's Next VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- As the impact of China's economic slowdown ripples across the globe, countries are watching to see what steps Beijing might take next to revive the world's second-largest economy. One key meeting that might shed some light on those questions is the Central Economic Work Conference, an annual gathering China's leaders host in early or mid-December to set economic policies and goals for year ahead.
- China's top economic meeting outlines plan to tackle challenges, boost recovery in 2024 Global Times 12 Dec 2023 -- At a key economic conference that concluded on Tuesday, top Chinese policymakers had outlined a slew of measures to tackle various challenges facing the Chinese economy, further promote and consolidate economic recovery and ensure effective improvement in quality and reasonable growth in quantity in 2024.
- China holds Central Economic Work Conference to plan for 2024 People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- The annual Central Economic Work Conference was held in Beijing from Monday to Tuesday as Chinese leaders decided priorities for the economic work in 2024.
- China steps up positive propaganda in bid to boost economic growth Radio Free Asia 12 Dec 2023 -- The ruling Chinese Communist Party vowed on Tuesday to step up propaganda to mobilize consumers to kickstart China's economic recovery, as analysts warned that an ideological approach to the economy would yield little of substance.
- Xi kicks off Vietnam visit, calling for China-Vietnam community with a shared future People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping kicks off a state visit to Vietnam on Tuesday with a call for building a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
- Xi calls for building China-Vietnam community with shared future People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, has called for building a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
- Lee hails competitive HK vote People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on Monday congratulated all 264 members elected in the city's District Council elections, which he highlighted as lively and competitive as voters decided which candidates offered the best vision and could best solve problems faced by the public.
- HKSAR's District Council election fully demonstrates quality democracy, observers say People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- Various sectors of Hong Kong have spoken highly of the 7th District Council Ordinary Election of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) as a high-quality election with democracy underscored.
- China likely to adopt law for financial risk control next year People's Daily 12 Dec 2023 -- China is likely to adopt a significant law in 2024 that will provide a predictable framework and enriched funding support for financial risk resolution, underscoring the country's steadfast commitment to forestalling systemic financial risks, experts said on Monday.
- Taiwan election will not affect U.S.' cross-strait policy: U.S. expert CNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Taiwan's 2024 presidential election will have much less of an impact on United States policy on China and Taiwan than will the 2024 U.S. presidential election, a scholar specializing in U.S.-China relations indicated.
- DPP VP candidate addresses need to maintain cross-strait status quo CNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) vice presidential candidate Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴) said Tuesday that while maintaining the status quo in the Taiwan Strait may not be the most satisfying position for everyone, it has garnered international consensus and strong domestic support.
- PLA's aircraft carrier Shandong transits Taiwan Straits after operation in the north Global Times 12 Dec 2023 -- The Shandong aircraft carrier group of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) reportedly returned to the south via the Taiwan Straits on Monday following a month-long operation in the north, with experts saying on Tuesday that the Shandong likely helped train pilots for another PLA aircraft carrier, the north-based Liaoning, which has been under routine maintenance.
- PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Dec. 12, 2023 ROC MND 12 Dec 2023
- China Ramps Up Efforts to Interfere in Taiwan's Coming Elections VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- Analysts say China is ramping up its efforts to interfere in Taiwan's coming presidential and legislative elections, launching high-level, coordinated disinformation campaigns on social media and sponsoring Taiwanese politicians on trips to China, hoping to sway public opinion through influential local leaders.
- U.S., World's Biggest Death Merchant KCNA 12 Dec 2023 -- So Kwang Myong, an international affairs analyst of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, released the following article titled "World's biggest threat-exporting country":
- Iran: Statement by the High Representative Josep Borrell on the Sakharov prize European External Action Service (EEAS) 12 Dec 2023 -- Every year, the Sakharov Prize honours those who stand up to defend human rights and fundamental freedoms. This year, the Sakharov prize is awarded to the memory of Mahsa Amini and to the "Woman, Life, Freedom" Movement. Iranian women have been the force driving the protests, making their aspirations for a better future free from oppression heard around the world. They ask for respect, justice, and equality - nothing more, nothing less. Today's award is in recognition of their inspiring courage to stand up against the oppression of women and their commitment to promote human rights for all in Iran.
- West uses IAEA as a tool: Iran's nuclear chief IRNA 12 Dec 2023 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami says that Western powers use the International Atomic Energy Organization (IAEA) as a tool.
- Iranian Students Face Disciplinary Action After Protests Over Faculty Comments RFE/RL 12 Dec 2023 -- The Tehran University disciplinary committee has reportedly initiated proceedings against at least 30 students from its Faculty of Social Sciences, according to information released by the country's Student Guild Councils via their Telegram channel.
- Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's telephone conversation with Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossien Amir-Abdollahian Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Dec 2023
- EU-Belarus: Second meeting of the Consultative Group with Belarusian democratic forces and civil society held in Brussels European External Action Service (EEAS) 12 Dec 2023 -- The second meeting of the Consultative Group between the European Union and the Belarusian democratic forces and civil society took place on 12 December in Brussels.
- Pakistan's Former PM Cleared of All Graft Charges VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- A Pakistani federal court on Tuesday quashed the conviction of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in a final corruption case, which brings him closer to running for national elections in February.
- S Korea, Netherlands to form 'chip alliance' for supply chain coordination Radio Free Asia 12 Dec 2023 -- South Korea and the Netherlands vowed to formally establish a "chip alliance," indicating a significant step in advancing bilateral hi-tech exchanges - a move that would benefit U.S. President Joe Biden's initiative to establish an alternative supply chain that requires less of China.
- USA: anti-corruption body publishes report on corruption prevention and integrity concerning top executive functions and the FBI Council of Europe 12 Dec 2023 -- In a new report the Council of Europe's Group of States against Corruption (GRECO) calls on the United States to pursue its efforts to promote the integrity of persons entrusted with top executive functions, and as regards the personnel of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
- Commission welcomes political agreement on new rules criminalising the violation of EU sanctions European Commission 12 Dec 2023 -- The European Commission welcomes the provisional political agreement reached today between the European Parliament and the Council on the Commission's December 2022 proposal to harmonise criminal offences and penalties for the violation of EU restrictive measures.
- FAO requires $1.8 billion to save lives and livelihoods of 43 million people in 2024 FAO 12 Dec 2023 -- In 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is seeking a total of $1.8 billion within the Humanitarian Response Plans to assist 43 million people to produce their own food, as acute hunger continues to escalate worldwide.
- EU's Michel Still Working On 'Plan A' For Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia RFE/RL 12 Dec 2023 -- European Council President Charles Michel said he is still working on "Plan A" when it comes to giving the green light to opening accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova and granting Georgia EU candidate status, along with providing further financial aid to Kyiv, at a crucial EU summit in Brussels this week despite a repeated threat by Hungary to block the process.
- Latvia calls for launching EU accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova Latvia MFA 12 Dec 2023 -- On 12 December 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvia, Krišjānis Kariņš, took part in the meeting of the General Affairs Council of the European Union in Brussels.
- Georgian President Says No EU Green Light Means A Win For Russia RFE/RL 12 Dec 2023 -- PRAGUE -- As the European Union heads toward a crucial summit in Brussels this week, Georgia President Salome Zurabishvili says she's under no illusion as to what it will mean if her Caucasus nation fails to be given the green light to become a candidate for membership in the bloc: a loss for Georgians and a win for Russia.
- Polish Sejm Passes Vote of Confidence in Government of Donald Tusk Sputnik 12 Dec 2023 -- The lower house of Poland's parliament, the Sejm, on Tuesday passed a vote of confidence in the government of Donald Tusk, according to the live broadcast.
- Taking Steps to Impose Visa Restrictions in Response to Violent Anti-Democratic Actions in Honduras US Dept. of State 12 Dec 2023 -- The United States condemns the recent use of violence in Honduras to undermine democracy and enable the irregular and unprecedented naming of an interim Attorney General and interim Deputy Attorney General.
- U.S. Concerns about Human Rights in Burkina Faso US Dept. of State 12 Dec 2023 -- In this moment of insecurity and transition in the Sahel, the United States condemns the increasing and unacceptable violence committed by terrorist groups against civilians, military, and police in Burkina Faso.
- World News in Brief: Investing in primary healthcare, record hunger in West and Central Africa, UNICEF emergency appeal UN News 12 Dec 2023 -- Half of the world's population is not fully covered by essential health services and two billion people are impoverished because they must cover medical bills out-of-pocket.
- 'Foreign Ownership' Case Against Ressa Dismissed VOA 12 Dec 2023 -- The legal team representing journalist and Nobel laureate Maria Ressa welcomed a Philippine Justice Department decision Tuesday to drop a criminal case against the award-winning journalist.
- Food insecurity and malnutrition reach new highs in West and Central Africa as funding to address acute needs dwindles WFP 12 Dec 2023 -- Despite considerable efforts by governments and partners, food insecurity continues to worsen in West and Central Africa with the number of hungry people set to reach a staggering 49.5 million people between June and August 2024 - a four percent increase compared to 2023, according to a regional food security analysis released today.
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